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Good earthing of pv array frames will improve the resistance of the pv system to lightning induced surge damage.
When installing a solar photo voltaic system pv it is extremely important all the equipment is grounded correctly.
Solar installation the grounding portion of the system may well be the most important.
Failure to ground the entire system to include all the individual pieces can be devastating especially in an area that experiences lightning on a regular basis.
First it is required to ground all pv systems second a properly grounded system will help protect you and your employees from unintentional shocks and possible deaths.
Lightning and related static discharge is the number one cause of sudden unexpected failures in pv systems lightning does not have to strike directly to cause damage to sensitive electronic equipment such as inverters controls radios and entertainment equipment it can be miles away and invisible and still induce high voltage surges in wiring especially in long lines.
Equipment grounding is known in the row as safety grounding or protective earthing.
The solar america board for codes and standards solar abcs is a collaborative effort.
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Including the metal frames of pv modules can present electrical shock and fire.
Bonding and grounding pv systems ensures public safety as well as the safety of pv installers and field electricians said andy zwit codes and standards manager at ilsco.
Equipotential zone defining whether a pv array lies within the equipotential zone is a key step.
The equipment grounding system in the united states effectively bonds electrically.